Fredericksburg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fredericksburg Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00489 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FREDERICKSBURG LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fredericksburg Lake Dam?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fredericksburg Lake Dam?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam is owned by FREDERICKSBURG LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fredericksburg Lake Dam built?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Fredericksburg Lake Dam?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fredericksburg Lake Dam?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Fredericksburg Lake Dam last inspected?
Fredericksburg Lake Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.